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Gingerbread Cake with Indulgent Cinnamon Molasses Frosting

Gingerbread Cake Cinnamon Molasses Frosting

A rich and flavorful gingerbread cake topped with a sweet cinnamon molasses frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup molasses
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the molasses and eggs, mixing until combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk.
  6. Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  7. Let cool before frosting.

Notes

  • For best results, use room temperature ingredients.
  • This cake pairs beautifully with a cup of coffee.

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Keywords: Gingerbread Cake Cinnamon Molasses Frosting